Jersey Boys is almost here.
All of the buzz that you’re hearing is because this is one of the most anticipated new musicals presented by Broadway Theatre League as part of their 13/14 Season.
Experience the show that everyone is talking about when it opens at the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall at the Von Braun Center on Wednesday, March 19 and runs for 8 performances through Sunday, March 23, 2014. Ticket prices start at $20.
Oh What a Night
So what is Jersey Boys all about?
The tagline says that it’s the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. Those “kids” are known world-wide as Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. This is the origin story of the group and features their hit songs, including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a Night” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”
But make no mistake, this musical is more like a play with music, and one of the highlights of the show is the history behind this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group.
The Four Seasons are: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. I had the pleasure of recently speaking to Quinn VanAntwerp, who portrays Bob Gaudio, about the show. I asked him what was awesome about getting to be Bob Gaudio on stage every night, a role he’s been playing for 5 years. VanAntwerp replied,
“I have the incredible opportunity to play a living rock legend.”
Indeed. And then we talked songs. I asked VanAntwerp what song got the biggest audience reaction.
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off You is one of the most famous and has the biggest payoff,” he said. “When the [Four Seasons] finally make it big in the first act, with Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry and Walk Like a Man, in that succession, that’s probably the biggest on-stage reaction that the four of us get.”
Story of Brotherhood
I know a lot of people who have already seen Jersey Boys and loved it. So much so, they are coming back to see it again. In fact, VanAntwerp advises folks come early in the run, because they will want to be able to come back over and over again.
I asked what people are always most surprised about after seeing the show for the first time. He said,
“What makes it so successful is the story! You leave with a story that is so rich, with so many nostalgic values of a time past.”
“It’s a story of brotherhood. That’s what people walk away with.”
Don’t miss out on this show.
With a fascinating story and songs you know by heart all performed by a talented cast, Jersey Boys is worthy of all this buzz.
Jersey Boys By the Numbers
- The musical is all about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
- It has won 42 major awards, including the Tony Award for Best Musical.
- When Jersey Boys comes to Huntsville, it will be here for 8 performances.
- There are 34 songs in the show.
- There are 1,955 seats available for each performance in the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall. That’s 15,640 people who could see Jersey Boys during its run.
- 280 Volunteer Ushers will be on hand to assist patrons.
- There are currently Jersey Boys productions in 10 countries.
- There will be 317 Stagehands behind the scenes of Jersey Boys, logging 2,536 hours backstage.
- Jersey Boys run time is 2 hours and 35 minutes, including intermission.
- The economic impact of Jersey Boys is an extra $24.46 per patron. That’s the potential for more that $380,000 in additional spending in the Huntsville economy over 5 days.
Giveaway!
We want to send YOU to the opening night of Jersey Boys! Enter below or visit our Facebook Page.
Event Information: Broadway Theatre League Presents Jersey Boys
Dates and Times:
- Wednesday, March 19 @ 7:30 pm
- Thursday, March 20 @ 2 pm & 7:30 pm
- Friday, March 21 @ 8 pm
- Saturday, March 22 @ 2 pm & 8 pm
- Sunday, March 23 @ 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Location: Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, Von Braun Center
Run time: 2 hours, 35 min. (includes intermission)
Cost: Ticket prices start at $20
Tickets: Available online through Ticketmaster, in person at the VBC or BTL Box office, by phone at 256-518-6155
Jersey Boys is not recommended for all ages. The show contains profane “authentic Jersey language.”
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Amy Jones has been a marketing professional in Huntsville for 20 years, with experience in all aspects of marketing, pr, media relations, event management, digital content, and design. Amy is the proud and busy momma of two boys, who keep things loud and fun. For fun she skateboards, rides her scooter, and kayaks (though sadly not at the same time!).
